About This Course

Some of the greatest stories ever told were the cartoons and animations that have stood the test of time. 2D story telling is loved the world over, for its simplicity, depth of character and creative possibilities. These days, 2D animation extends beyond the staples of Disney and childhood heroes. Japanese anime and manga are global phenomenons and 2D content is used in many avenues, including advertising, video games, web promotion and brand creation.
2D animation is for those who want to learn animation using traditional 2D techniques (but with modern tools). Students who take this path will have interests in things like drawing, character development, character animation, story and directing. Students will end up with a strong base of fundamental animating, and storytelling principles.

Connect to the future

I'm an Animator & 3D Modeller with skills in Motion Graphics, Graphic Design, Game Design. I love creating digital images, environments, modeling and motion graphics. In that sense I’m more of a generalist rather than a person specialising in one particular field.

How did AIT help you achieve success?

AIT gave me the knowledge and understanding of how to use various digital tools, enabling me to express myself through various digital mediums. I’m grateful to my teachers who were pushing me the hardest, usually in the end I was grateful for the progress and results achieved at their classes.

Advice for future AIT students

Try to determine as early as possible where you want to specialise in the future (Modeling, Animation, VFX, Games etc.). Always stay hungry, be focused and disciplined, there is so much stuff to learn, so many ways to improve, don’t settle. Lastly, always aim high and be demanding to yourself, hard work and long hours most likely will provide the results you will be proud of.

Curriculum

Year 1

Game Art and Design

Learn the fundamentals of character design, level design and basic programming.

Meet our teachers

Nik Sutila

Lecturer

Genuine industry connections to get you where you want to be

The AIT team are a bright and fun bunch of individuals who are passionate about the digital industries. We maintain an open and honest relationship with our students in order to create an enjoyable place to work and study. Our teaching staff are industry professionals with a wealth of knowledge on the latest trends and happenings in their creative fields. Their specialist knowledge is invaluable to students as they progress through their studies. Above all, AIT is committed to giving our students the best possible chance to succeed in their digital careers.

Nik Sutila

Lecturer

Careers in Animation

What journey lies ahead?

The demand for animated entertainment has multiplied - and this is fuelled by the rapid progression of technology. In the past, animation series were aimed at young children but today, animations are increasingly produced for teenagers, adults and the whole family. This is evident across digital screens - from television to cinema, viral online videos and pop-ups in our internet browser, to mobile and video games. We’ve also seen brands shift into this space - incorporating 2D into their advertising, internal communication pieces and brand identity. This means that the career opportunities within the field of animation are extraordinary.